CVE-2021-40059
First published: Mon Mar 07 2022(Updated: )
There is a permission control vulnerability in the Wi-Fi module. Successful exploitation of this vulnerability may affect confidentiality.
Credit: psirt@huawei.com
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| EMUI 5.0 | =10.1.0 | |
| EMUI 5.0 | =10.1.1 | |
| EMUI 5.0 | =11.0.0 | |
| EMUI 5.0 | =11.0.1 | |
| EMUI 5.0 | =12.0.0 | |
| Magic UI | =3.1.0 | |
| Magic UI | =3.1.1 | |
| Magic UI | =4.0.0 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2021-40059?
CVE-2021-40059 has a medium severity level as it may affect confidentiality.
How do I fix CVE-2021-40059?
To fix CVE-2021-40059, users should update their Huawei Emui or Magic UI devices to the latest available version.
Which devices are affected by CVE-2021-40059?
CVE-2021-40059 affects Huawei Emui versions 10.1.0, 10.1.1, 11.0.0, 11.0.1, 12.0.0 and Huawei Magic UI versions 3.1.0, 3.1.1, 4.0.0.
What type of vulnerability is CVE-2021-40059?
CVE-2021-40059 is a permission control vulnerability found in the Wi-Fi module of affected devices.
Can CVE-2021-40059 be exploited remotely?
CVE-2021-40059 may potentially be exploited by unauthorized users to gain access to sensitive data.
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